Advanced standing will be granted only for studies completed in the 10 years prior to the commencement of this course.

Expiry

Advanced standing gained for any subject shall be cancelled 12 years after the date of the examination upon which the advanced standing is based if, by then, the candidate has not completed the course of study prescribed for the Diploma.

Other restrictions

Candidates who are granted advanced standing for the Graduate Certificate of Arts are required to surrender that award prior to taking out the Graduate Diploma.

Award Details

Inclusion of majors on testamur

Not applicable - this course does not have majors

Exit with lesser award

Candidates who exit the course prior to completion, and have completed 12 credit points of study, may be eligible for the award of Graduate Certificate of Arts.

Course articulation

Candidates who complete the Graduate Diploma of Arts may apply for admission to the Master of Arts and, following surrender of the testamur for the Graduate Diploma of Arts, receive full advanced standing for subjects completed.

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